Junior Project Engineer

Full Time 1 week ago Gauteng, South Africa

Employment Information

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Assist in the design, development and implementation of energy project solutions for industrial, commercial and mining clients.
  • Interpret energy consumption analysis reports, identify optimization that need to be monitored, report on results.
  • Propose interventions based on results.
  • Development of PFD and P&ID plans using Visio software.
  • Development of site layout plans.
  • Carrying out site visits/audits on regular intervals.
  • The operation, maintenance and fault finding of existing project infrastructure to ensure system functionality and project performance. 
  • Contractor administration and supervision on site.
  • Management of the installation and commissioning of new equipment on site.
  • Quality assurance plan development and implementation.
  • Operational and maintenance procedure development based on the unique features of each project.
  • Project management services for the execution of approved projects and monitoring of the performance thereof post implementation. Assist with the management of site activities and overseeing subcontractors where necessary.
  • Ensure that health and safety procedures and standards are implemented and maintained.
The successful candidate will have knowledge of the following engineering activities:
  • Planning/scheduling and design.
  • Development/design/specify material and equipment/piping.
  • Compilation of cost estimations, proposals, tendering documentation and vendor selection.
  • Site inspections and supervision, also in underground mining sites (highly recommended)
  • Contractor administration.
  • Commissioning and operation of equipment.
  • Project coordination and administration.
 It will be expected from the successful candidate to:
  • Promote the Company’s values and demonstrate high standards of ethical behaviour.
  • Actively participate in client engagement.
  • Communicate with clients, manage expectations and build strong client relationships and rapport.
  • Have a high level of computer literacy.
  • Willingness to travel to sites within South Africa and occasionally abroad.
  • Willingness to work underground in mining environments if required.
  • Reporting to the appointed Business Unit Manager and Project Manager as well as the Client’s Representative.
 Minimum requirements are:
  • BSc/BEng or BTech Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree or higher 
  • Primary business written and spoken language will be English. Proficiency in Afrikaans essential to effectively communicate in bilingual meetings
  • Valid driver’s license, own transport and valid passport.
  • Willing and able to travel to project sites, work in mining environments.
  • Medically fit to work on site and/or underground.
Additional preferred requirements are:
  • 0-2 years’ experience in an energy management engineering environment
  • Experience in a project management capacity will be beneficial.
  • Experience in energy management analysis and optimization highly recommended
  • Experience with mining construction sites’ requirements and regulations
  • Experience in underground mining projects recommended
  • Basic understanding of electrical and instrumentation equipment application to monitor site parameters.
  • People and business interfacing experience.
  • Strong innovative and solution finding attitude.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
  • Sound computer literacy and strong reporting skills.
Remuneration:
Market related - negotiable depending on qualifications and experience

Interested? 
Please submit detailed and updated CV in MS Word format ASAP.

Kindly take note:
Only RSA citizens will be considered for this position - must be fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We may however keep your CV on our database for future opportunities. If you do not wish to be considered for other roles, please clearly state so on the application.
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